The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) serves as a critical gateway for international trade on the U.S. East Coast. Strategically located in northern Florida at the crossroads of major rail and highway networks, JAXPORT is Florida’s largest container port, offering direct access to more than 70 countries and competitive transit times to over 140 global ports. The port is also one of the nation’s busiest for vehicle handling, making it a central hub for the import and export of cars and heavy machinery. JAXPORT’s 47-foot deepwater channel ensures it can accommodate some of the world’s largest container ships, enhancing its competitive position in transatlantic and global trade. Its extensive infrastructure includes Foreign Trade Zone No. 64 and multimodal connections to trucking and rail providers, enabling swift and efficient distribution across the southeastern United States and beyond. With an emphasis on operational efficiency, security, and flexibility, JAXPORT supports a diverse array of industries such as automotive, luxury goods, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals. The port’s robust economic impact sustains thousands of jobs and underpins the economic vitality of the Jacksonville region, making it indispensable to America’s logistics and supply chain network.
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (administrative offices); cargo operations may operate 24/7 depending on terminal and schedule
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